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Retroid Pocket Nova

Retroid Pocket Nova by Retroid / Moorechip, priced around $229, Horizontal retro handheld, running Android 13, with a 4.5 inch display

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Specifications

  • Brand: Retroid / Moorechip
  • Release Date: 2026 / 07
  • Price: $229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices)
  • Form Factor: Horizontal
  • OS: Android 13

Where To Buy

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Amazon
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$229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices)
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$229 - $274 (Hover for detailed prices)
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Quick Take

The long-form editorial block is being regenerated, so this quick summary is built from the latest console specs.

Retroid Pocket Nova is a retro handheld from Retroid / Moorechip.

Its horizontal design keeps the hardware focus clear for players who already know the shape they prefer.

The device runs Android 13, which shapes setup, frontend options, and day-to-day usability.

Inside, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (QCS8550) chipset sets the ceiling for emulation and overall responsiveness.

Playable Games

Games shown here match systems this handheld can run at a B grade or better.

Exerbeat
Exerbeat

2011 •Wii

ExerBeat offers an interactive fitness experience where players workout to the beat by utilizing the Wii Remote to perform more than 150 simple yet ch...

Exerion
Exerion

1983 •Wii, Wii U

Exerion is a vertical shoot 'em up released by Jaleco in 1983 and licensed to Taito for distribution in the United States. Screenshot from arcade ver...

Exile
Exile

1991 •Sega Genesis

The Age of Chaos is upon the Chaltar world! The source of this chaos is rumored to be at the heart of an ancient tower. Join Sadler, Rumi, Kindi, and...

Exile's End
Exile's End

2015 •Wii U

"Japan's take on classic Commodore 64/Amiga action-adventure games. NOT a Metroidvania. Use your wits and your weapons to discover an ancient secret a...

Exit
Exit

2005 •PSP

Exit is a action/puzzle game, first released in Japan and later in other parts of the world. The basic premise is to lead the main character Mr. ESC,...

Exit 2
Exit 2

2006 •PSP

Exit 2 is the sequel to the PlayStation Portable game Exit. The developers promised more focus on puzzles rather than action and platforming. It was r...

Exit DS
Exit DS

2008 •Nintendo DS

Taito's action puzzler gets updated to take advantage of the Nintendo DS' unique stylus-based control scheme. Players move Mr. ESC, a professional esc...

Exo-Squad
Exo-Squad

1995 •Sega Genesis

The player alternatively assumes the roles of three members of the Able Squad: Lt. J.T. Marsh, Sgt. Rita Torres and Wolf Bronsky.